Lottery pick Collin Murray-Boyles was a late scratch, according to Blake Murphy, which suggests either his symptoms returned or there was some confusion regarding his availability.
Meanwhile, Toronto Raptors wing RJ Barrett is getting closer to making his return after missing time with a right knee sprain.
Head coach Darko Rajakovic said Barrett was able to take part in full-contact work on Friday and is progressing well, per Murphy of Sportsnet.ca, though he remained out for the game in Washington, marking his 15th straight absence.
Small forward has not played since November 23 but has resumed on-court activity and previously received a PRP injection to help with the healing process.
Before the injury, the former No. 3 overall pick was averaging 19.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists in 30.9 minutes per game.
Rajakovic also noted that Scottie Barnes and Collin Murray-Boyles were available after dealing with an illness. Toronto currently holds an 18–13 record, good for fourth place in the Eastern Conference.
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